Policy & Law

Mitch McConnell Hospitalized for Three Weeks as Aides Remain Tight-Lipped

The Senate Republican leader, 82, has been hospitalized since mid-June, though his office has not disclosed the reason or his current condition.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Timeline: Mitch McConnell's Health Scares Leading Up to His Latest Hospitalization

The 84-year-old Kentucky Republican has been hospitalized since June 14, with his office providing limited details about his condition.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Trump-Backed Colombian President-Elect Halts Transition, Accuses Predecessor of Coup Plot

Abelardo de la Espirella suspended the formal transition process Tuesday, claiming outgoing President Gustavo Petro is plotting to retain power beyond his constitutional term.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Top Republicans Speak With Hospitalized McConnell To Shut Down Health Rumors

Senate Majority Leader Thune and ally Scott Jennings say they held extended conversations with the Kentucky Republican, who has been hospitalized since June 14.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Cooper Says Campaign Finance Ruling Will Affect His Senate Race More Than Others

The former North Carolina governor criticized the Supreme Court's decision as potentially transformative for his race against Republican Michael Whatley.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Ken Paxton Vowed to Crack Down on "Illegal Voting." He May Have Violated Texas Election Law.

ProPublica and The Texas Tribune report the attorney general voted in six elections while registered at an address where his wife says he no longer lives.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Explosions Rock Syria's Capital During French President Macron's Visit, Injuring 18

The blasts near the Four Seasons Hotel occurred as Macron and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa signed agreements to restore diplomatic ties after more than a decade.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

What Is Next For The United States When It Comes To International Soccer?

The USMNT's 2026 World Cup performance marked a turning point, but the team faces its first true test in qualifying for the 2030 tournament.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Open Border Caused 30% Spike in Housing Costs

Economic analysts debate immigration's impact on housing affordability as policy debates intensify.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Trump Obliterates Mamdani's Anti-American Diatribe

The confrontation highlights ongoing tensions between the administration and academic critics of U.S. foreign policy.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 3 min read